Manchester United agreed to a deal in principle to sign Robert Lewandowski back in 2012, according to reports.

But the Red Devils opted to move for Robin van Persie instead, with the Dutchman going on to fire them to a 20th league title.

According to the Independent, a deal had been struck to bring Lewandowski to Old Trafford, but United didn’t see the move through, with the Polish international going on to join Bayern Munich on a free.

With Van Persie now plying his trade in Turkey and Lewandowski cementing his status as the premier no.9 in the world, we have to wonder if United are regretting that decision.

It also seems that the boat has well and truly sailed for United, with it being claimed that Lewandowski is ready to snub them in favour of a move to Real Madrid.